Inaugural CEO Kiewit Luminarium Omaha, Nebraska

POSITION PROFILE Inaugural CEO Kiewit Luminarium Omaha, Nebraska

Kiewit Luminarium is a new, next-generation science center that joyfully LEARN MORE: engages people of all ages and backgrounds. Through programming and kiewitluminarium.org exhibits, Kiewit Luminarium sparks curiosity and inspires lifelong interest and careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and opens doors for anyone and everyone to discover.

A world-class learning and entertainment venue focused on STEM and located in a purpose-built 82,000 square foot facility anchoring the vibrant RiverFront development in Omaha, Kiewit Luminarium is anticipated to be one of the crowning jewels of the region and a national force in its field.

Opening in early 2023, Kiewit Luminarium will be a place for everyone to explore astonishing phenomena and learn with their hands, nurturing creativity and innovation. Kiewit Luminarium will inspire and foster a diverse and skilled workforce through interactive exhibitions and engaging programs. It will incubate the region’s workforce, enhancing Omaha’s cultural, recreational and educational landscape and position the city as a center for creativity and innovation - with opportunities for everyone - that nurtures emerging engineers and scientists, and draws families, young adults, tourists, and learners of all ages and communities to its thriving institutions.

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As the country emerges from a global pandemic, Kiewit Luminarium is an important investment in the future of Omaha to prepare future generations to face the challenges of the 21st century through creative thinking, lifelong learning, curiosity and inquiry, community, inclusion and respect.

A Unique Initiative in a Unique Community Kiewit Luminarium is a highly anticipated, well-funded and community-supported addition to a vibrant city. The project is supported by a strong donor base and key partnerships already in place, including: • Heritage Services, the influential philanthropy organization that has been behind numerous major civic projects in Omaha over the past three decades, is close to successfully completing a $101 million capital campaign to support Kiewit Luminarium. The budget supports construction; exhibit design and fabrication; one year’s operating budget; and a $15 million endowment. • HDR, a world-renowned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services, has been selected as the lead architect. • Kiewit Corporation, the global construction and engineering firm based in Omaha, is the general contractor, and officially began construction on Kiewit Luminarium in November 2020. • The Exploratorium, the acclaimed public learning laboratory in San Francisco that explores the world through science, art and human perception and whose mission is to create inquiry-based experiences that transform learning worldwide is providing key leadership in the initial phases. The Exploratorium team was selected based on its global work designing exhibits and programs in close collaboration with local communities.

CEO, Kiewit Luminarium 3 Three principles will guide decision-making through the duration of the project to ensure that the mission of Kiewit Luminarium remains in clear focus. Kiewit Luminarium will nurture:

A connection to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) A vibrant experience featuring inquiry-based exhibits and programs, approachable phenomena and surprising exhibits provides access points and inspiration for all types of learners.

Joyful engagement A fun, entertaining destination captures diverse, multigenerational groups with children aged 6+ and K-12 students and teachers.

A resilient operation Design goals create flexibility, adaptability, maintainability and long-term economic sustainability.

Initial exhibits and programming of Kiewit Luminarium will explore four unique areas:

Building self and community Relationships often determine success or failure in engineering and science – just as they do in people’s personal lives. Engaging visitors in the dynamic world of relationships, networks and systems is an essential part of STEM learning and workplace competence. This zone will highlight the human; how the body, mind and social behaviors structure lives and communities.

Building the world Through exhibits touching on landscape, transportation, climate, industry and agriculture, visitors will explore the science, technology and engineering that continue to shape Omaha and the region.

Building knowledge Exhibits will invite individuals to investigate physical phenomena like sound, motion and temperature, and then share those experiences with families and friends.

Making it count Math is a fundamental component, a building block for understanding the world. It is the study of quantity, structure, shapes and change. Visitors will explore content ranging from geometry to computation to finance through full-body and hands-on experiences. Starting with joyful and accessible experience of mathematics, visitors will then be able to make connections with practical applications and everyday life.

CEO, Kiewit Luminarium 4 ABOUT OMAHA

The anchor of the eight-county, bi-state Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area, Omaha or UmóNhoN is translated as meaning the People that Move Against the Current, or Upstream. Everyone who has called Omaha home helped shape its current cultural diversity, hard work ethic, and friendly demeanor.

Omaha is a thriving, vibrant, and attractive city that provides all the amenities of a much larger metropolitan area and yet, is family oriented with a Midwestern approach to the values of its leaders and residents.

Omaha is well-known for its active civic leadership – the community does a great job of investing in itself. According to Brookings, jobs in Omaha grew 6.6% in the decade ending in 2018, with average annual wages rising 8.8%, pushing the standard of living up 10.5%. In addition, Omaha boasts an attractively low cost of living that is 19 percent less than the national average. The appeal of Omaha is evidenced by a nearly 100% growth in population since 1980.

Kiewit Luminarium will be a critical part of a diverse and vibrant community with historical and cultural attractions: • World-renowned higher education: Creighton University, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska Omaha, University of Nebraska Medical Center and Metropolitan Community College. • Vibrant community art & beloved performing arts and theater venues: Opera Omaha, Joslyn Art Museum, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, American Midwest Ballet, KANEKO, The Union for Contemporary Art, El Museo Latino, Omaha Community Playhouse, Film Streams, Blue Barn Theater, and Holland Performing Arts Center. • Nationally-recognized local music scene: MAHA Music Festival, Saddle Creek Records, Omaha Girls Rock, and The Slowdown. • Innovative redevelopment and equality organizations: Seventy-Five North, Empowerment Network, Inclusive Communities, I Be Black Girl, and Canopy South. • Family-friendly attractions: Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, Omaha Children’s Museum, Lauritzen Gardens, Durham Museum, and Fontanelle Forest. • Thriving restaurant scene throughout Omaha’s distinct neighborhoods: Old Market, Aksarben Village, North Omaha, South Omaha, Dundee, Benson, Midtown Crossing, and Blackstone District.

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A unique Midwestern city, Omaha is home to a dedicated and tight-knit civic, business, and creative community. The Greater Omaha Chamber is one of the country’s largest and strongest chambers of commerce. The Omaha Community Foundation is supported by more than 1,700 donors and has granted more than $1.8 billion to over 3,000 nonprofits, initiatives and funds, ranking Omaha in the top 3% in per capita giving. The city is home to four Fortune 500 companies, including Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, five Fortune 1000 companies and numerous other large corporations, a majority of which play substantial roles in the growth and support of the city. Susie Buffett's Sherwood Foundation has invested an estimated $1 billion in Omaha over the past several decades, much of which has been focused on creating a first-rate public school and early education system. Heritage Services, which initiated the $101 million capital campaign for Kiewit Luminarium, has raised nearly a billion dollars for infrastructure to revitalize the Omaha skyline. Kiewit Corporation’s Peter Kiewit established a foundation that has awarded more than $750 million in grants for capital projects and scholarships since 1979.

The RiverFront

Reclaiming an underutilized natural resource and a former industrial site, community leaders from Omaha and Council Bluffs are working together with government officials and stakeholders to improve both sides of the Missouri River. The redevelopment of ‘The RiverFront’ will define an achievable vision to attract residents, businesses and visitors while supporting growth and enhancing connectivity.

The RiverFront will unify the community through a thoughtful, amenity-rich open space. A national team of experts developed a master plan for areas in and around Gene Leahy Mall, Heartland of America Park and Lewis and Clark Landing in Omaha. Lewis and Clark Landing will be activated by improving river access and building amenities such as a children’s play area, an urban beach, sports courts, a food truck pavilion, a marina, and Kiewit Luminarium. Representing the ongoing rejuvenation and activation of the RiverFront redevelopment, Kiewit Luminarium will occupy an anchor space adjacent to the river.

To learn more about the RiverFront redevelopment project, visit riverfrontrevitalization.com.

To discover more about Omaha, visit visitomaha.com.

CEO, Kiewit Luminarium 6 THE OPPORTUNITY

Kiewit Luminarium is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as its inaugural CEO.

The CEO role is a unique opportunity for a talented, driven individual to lead an institution with tremendous potential through its important, first chapter with effective and impactful leadership. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will work in partnership with the Board and key partners to develop a strategic approach to achieve the organization’s goals of impact and advance its mission. A key aspect of this role will be embracing and executing on the vision established to date, while simultaneously stepping in with a strategic, visionary and collaborative approach.

The CEO will oversee the full range of Kiewit Luminarium’s activities, including programs, strategy, partnerships, fundraising, external relations and administration. This executive will attract, lead and guide an exceptional staff that will work as a team, focused on achieving outcomes that tie to Kiewit Luminarium’s goals. Additionally, the CEO will oversee the day-to-day administrative management of the Luminarium and ensure responsible financial oversight.

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The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal qualities, skills and characteristics:

A Skilled & Strategic Leader

The CEO will be a strategic, confident, nimble and results-oriented leader with strong ambition and a humble approach. This will be an executive who takes pleasure in being a ‘hands-on’ leader of an organization during a period of development and growth. An inspiring, empathetic, collaborative and engaged leader, the CEO will have the ability to attract, cultivate and retain diverse teams with a broad set of ideas and skills and achieve organizational impact by recognizing and leveraging individual strengths and teamwork. This executive will be successful at orchestrating strategic processes and leading a team to execute on organizational goals and to ensure accountability and high standards for staff deliverables, while providing the team with a mission-driven work environment and professional growth opportunities. Serving as an internal champion, the CEO will foster a positive environment for participation, collaboration and innovation with the goal of advancing Kiewit Luminarium’s mission and impact.

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A Dynamic Ambassador

The CEO will be an energetic and enthusiastic leader who will serve as an ‘Ambassador’ for Kiewit Luminarium. This leader will be a confident public speaker who inherently enjoys the external side of the role. The CEO will represent Kiewit Luminarium to a broad range of constituents and will utilize brand and marketing strategies to elevate its recognition while maintaining strong, trust-based relationships with the communities it serves. This leader will be able to successfully position Kiewit Luminarium in the educational and academic community as a companion to students’ journeys and develop programming and content that complements the local STEM ecosystem. The CEO will be confident yet humble, with a strong desire to embrace the Omaha community and culture, ambitious to accomplish great outcomes while sharing the credit broadly with all involved, and able to command respect and have the gravitas to work across the diverse spectrum of current and future stakeholders including the staff, Board of Directors, donors, communities, program partners, and beyond. This leader will have an inspirational approach to building collaboration and buy-in and generating support from all stakeholders. The CEO will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

An Innovative Thinker

The CEO will be an entrepreneurial, bold and influential leader who is able to articulate and implement an innovative vision for the science center of the future. Curious by nature, the CEO will be energized by thinking creatively and executing on those ideas. This executive can work closely with a wide variety of constituents to deliver a strategic plan’s implementation and evaluation. This leader actively and strategically seeks out partnerships and builds coalitions to advance the mission and strategic priorities. The CEO is tireless in thinking about how to reach and engage diverse audiences. The CEO has a keen ability to develop new and unique approaches to revenue generation in order to further advance Kiewit Luminarium’s mission. The CEO will recognize the unique nature of Kiewit Luminarium in the Omaha community and the broader cultural landscape nationally and globally, proactively seeking out opportunities to maximize its reputation and impact.

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A Collaborator and Relationship Builder

The CEO will connect, build bridges and sustain excellent relationships with a broad range of constituents including existing and potential partners, with a focus on advancing Kiewit Luminarium’s mission. This skilled leader will drive results across these stakeholder groups through a model of collaboration and partnership and will proactively establish relationships with organizations that contribute to Kiewit Luminarium’s cause. The CEO will be an inclusive leader who builds and supports a culture of collaboration among the Board, staff and community members. The CEO will be experienced in managing up and building positive Board relationships to help drive strategic organizational goals.

A Passion for the Mission

The CEO will bring a sincere passion for Kiewit Luminarium’s mission and a belief in its future and impact. The CEO will be deeply community focused, with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. This leader understands how empowering, educating and connecting the community through hands- on learning can enhance a community and the lives of its citizens. The CEO is a strong, collaborative leader with a dedication to the mission and the ability to build a sense of shared purpose throughout the organization. It is imperative that the CEO lead by example and stays true to the values of Kiewit Luminarium. The ideal candidate is an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics and values; someone who can be trusted without reservation.

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Alison Ranney, Cheryl Stevens and Erin Lippert of Koya Partners are leading this search.

To make recommendations or to express your interest in this role email [email protected]. All nominations, inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

Kiewit Luminarium is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ+ applicants.

About Koya Partners

Koya Partners, a member of the Diversified Search Group, is a leading executive search and strategic advising firm dedicated to connecting exceptionally talented people with mission-driven clients. Our founding philosophy—The Right Person in the Right Place Can Change the World—guides our work as we partner with nonprofits & NGOs, institutions of higher education, responsible businesses, and social enterprises in local communities and around the world.

Koya is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to creating an environment and team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, styles, and experiences. We encourage all to apply because we believe a diversity of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.

For more information about Koya Partners, visitwww.koyapartners.com .

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